Home Care - Registered Nurse - Polk County

Home Care - Registered Nurse - Polk County

There's home care and then there's BayCare HomeCare!

At BayCare, we are proud to be one of the largest employers in the Tampa Bay area. Our network consists of 16 community-based hospitals, a long-term acute care facility, home health services, outpatient centers and thousands of physicians. With the support of more than 30,000 team members, we promote a forward-thinking philosophy that's built on a foundation of trust, dignity, respect, responsibility, and clinical excellence.

BayCare HomeCare is currently in search of our newest Home Health, RN, who is passionate about providing outstanding customer service to our community. We are looking for an individual seeking a career opportunity with one of the largest employers within the Tampa Bay, Lakeland, Sarasota, and Bradenton area.

BayCare HomeCare is located in Lakeland, FL. This is a full time position with a salary. The shift hours are 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM with occasional weekend work. There is no on call requirement. Home visits will be in Polk County, and surrounding areas.

Why join BayCare HomeCare? We offer extensive training and mentorship along with amazing career growth opportunities. Join BayCare HomeCare for the chance to be part of an amazing team and a great place to work!

BayCare offers a competitive total reward package including:

• Benefits (Health, Dental, Vision)
• Paid time off
• Tuition reimbursement
• 401k match and additional yearly contribution
• Yearly performance appraisals and team award bonus
• Community discounts and more

The Home Health RN provides hands-on care in the home for a group of patients consistently using the nursing process and clinical standards and protocols. Responsibilities include:

• Oversee the activities of the multi-disciplinary team that provides care to the patient
• Monitor the provision of therapeutic services through written and verbal communication with all disciplines
• Ensure that all visits scheduled and provided are authorized and covered by physician orders
• Review of patient visits weekly and providing plan to Patient Care Supervisor and team assistant, including anticipated weekend visits
• Inform the scheduler of any schedule changes and communicates caseload and patient care issues to Home Care Supervisor

Required Certifications and Licensures:

• BLS (Basic Life Support)
• RN (Registered Nurse) License
• Driver's License State of Florida (Florida driver's license is required within 30 days of hire)

Education:

• Required Associate's or Diploma Nursing
• Preferred Bachelor's Nursing

Experience:

• Required 1 year Registered Nurse or 1 year Licensed Practical Nurse
• Preferred 1 year Home Care

This position requires Level II screening through the Florida Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse, managed by the Agency for Health Care Administration (AHCA). More information can be found at

Equal Opportunity Employer Veterans/Disabled